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FL04 BGZ

2004 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,662 mi
Last recorded30,662 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW F Series18,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL04 BGZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 30,662 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,372 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 30,372 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 29,980 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 29,813 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 29,813 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 27,163 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 22,934 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 22,934 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2014 22,927 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 22,888 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear tyre @ 2.5mm tread

front tyre has uneven wear

Pass 2 Jun 2011 21,508 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2010 20,261 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 18,051 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 15,869 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 12,221 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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FL04 BGZ is a 2004 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,343 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FL04 BGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FL04 BGZ registered?

FL04 BGZ is a 2004 BMW F Series, first registered on 10 May 2004.

Is FL04 BGZ safe to buy?

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